At the event, which takes place 9 a.m.-noon, Emmet County residents can drop off plant plastics, shredded paper, latex paint, and medicines, which will be destroyed.

The drop-off center will also offer tours of the recycling facility from 1-3 p.m.

There is no charge for the tours, but tickets are required. Request tickets by calling (231) 348-0640 or email recycle@emmetcounty.org. Children ages 6 and up are welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult. The drop-off center instructs that visitors wear closed shoes.